Egypt will add 2,500 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy to the unified national grid during 2026, strengthening the sustainability and stability of the national electricity system, according to Mahmoud Esmat, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy. Esmat highlighted ongoing efforts to improve production efficiency, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and achieve a balanced energy mix, with a strategic target for renewable energy to meet at least 42% of domestic needs by 2030.

The announcement was made during a meeting with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, and Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources.

During the meeting, Minister Badawi discussed the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR)’s progress in increasing discoveries to feed oil and natural gas reserves. He also detailed the exploratory and developmental drilling plan for 2026, alongside initiatives aimed at rationalizing the consumption of petroleum products and natural gas. Furthermore, he updated the President on the implementation of directives to settle all outstanding arrears owed to international partners before the end of June 2026.

President El-Sisi emphasized the importance of the expansion of renewable energy projects to facilitate Egypt’s transition into a regional green energy hub. He urged  continued cooperation between the MoPMR, the Ministry of Electricity, and the Ministry of Finance to accelerate clean energy capacity additions and secure the necessary financing.

The President was briefed about measures taken to secure electrical feed and ensure the continuity of power availability across all sectors amidst regional developments. This includes improving energy efficiency in the industrial sector and executing the necessary preparations for the upcoming summer period to manage peak loads and increased consumption.